Pariah's Child
Sonata Arctica · 2014
58 min · 11 tracks · power metal
Epic power metal melodies intertwine with thoughtful lyrics and dynamic instrumentation, showcasing a mature sonic evolution.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for thoughtful reflection
- epic soundscapes for immersive experiences
- consistent journey through emotions
- dynamic instrumentation with lyrical depth
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 28, 2014, 'Pariah's Child' marked Sonata Arctica's eighth studio album, following their 2012 release 'Stones Grow Her Name'. At this point in their career, the band was exploring deeper themes and refining their musical complexity, which reflected a shift towards more introspective songwriting after years of established power metal sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nightwish· Epica· Blind Guardian
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Wolves Die Young 4:11
- 2 Running Lights 4:23
- 3 Take One Breath 4:18
- 4 Cloud Factory 4:16
- 5 Blood 5:54
- 6 What Did You Do in the War, Dad? 5:12
- 7 Half a Marathon Man 5:43
- 8 X Marks the Spot 5:21
- 9 Love 3:46
- 10 Larger Than Life 10:06
- 11 No Pain 5:27
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